Donna Barker Smith, 59, passed away at Southeastern Hospice House on May 5, 2009. A graveside service will be held on Friday, May 8, 2009 at 3:00 PM in the Gardens of Faith Cemetery. Donna was born March 10, 1950 in Robeson County. She was the daughter of William T. (Tom) Barker and Christine Kinlaw Barker who survive her.

Also surviving are her husband, John M. Smith, Jr.; a daughter, Chonda Smith of Asheville, NC: a brother, William T. Barker Jr, and his wife Carol; two nephews, Will and John Barker and a niece, Blair Barker, all of Raleigh, NC; aunt and uncle, David and Jane Barker of Ft. Myers, Florida; cousins Kathy Allen Smith of Mooresville, NC; Bennie Joe Allen and wife, Vickie of Lincolnton, NC and David Barker Jr. and wife Mary; Susan Barker LeBlanc and husband, Bob, all of Florida.

Donna attended Wingate University and graduated from Pembroke State University with a degree in education. She was a very dedicated teacher and taught in the Robeson County schools for 21 years. Also, she taught night classes at Robeson Community College. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Lumberton, NC.

The family of Donna Barker Smith extends great appreciation to the staff and caretakers of the Southeastern Hospice House. Their compassionate and loving care during her stay gave comfort to her and her family. The dedication of Kathy Allen Smith, Carol Barker and Judy Parker will always be remembered. Also, the family would like to thank the families and friends who showed such love and support during Donna\\chr(39)s illness.

With it being so close to Mother\\chr(39)s Day, her daughter, Chonda, would like to say \\"Happy Mother\\chr(39)s Day\\" and I love you!

Memorials may be made to the Southeastern Hospice House, 1100 Pine Run Drive, Lumberton, NC 28358 or to a charity of your choice.